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kurumi tanazaki – I'm glad you like the story so much. I can sort of write. But I suck at drawing. Haha if you get a scan of your drawing of Kagome I would love to see.
InuyashaMaster 1) Soon my friend, Soon. 2)Just for the time being. 3) I couldn't resist. 4) glad you like it.
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A/N – Shippo was left at Kaede's until the group returns from a week or two of Shard hunting. No one thought he was quite strong enough to come with them. (I will mention it)
What happened last time:
In the chair there sat the most beautiful… man? No he couldn't be a man. He was dressed in royal robes and had long black hair to his waist. On top of his head lay two adorable black cat ears. Inuyasha growled as he recognized the person.
" Tashie! " he barked towards the figure.
" Ah, Inuyasha, it's been a long time… " The figure spoke as he examined the silver Hanyou.
This time:
Kagome looked between the two men and questioned aloud " Inuyasha? Do you know him? "
" Keh of course I know the bastard. "
Kagome looked up at the man again. What did Inuyasha call him again..? Tashie? She thought. It was already apparent that this Tashie character wasn't human, but he also wasn't full demon. Could it be... that he's a Hanyou?
" Inuyasha, I see that you are traveling with humans. Your father would be so ashamed. " Tashie smirked. His eyes then wondered to Kagome and lingered there for a few moments before he spoke again.
" I will let Kante show you to your room, then I would like you all to meet me for dinner tonight so we can…catch up on old times? " said Tashie as he stared at Kagome with utter most interest.
By this time Inuyasha's growl was noticeable to everyone in the room. Kagome placed her hand on his shoulders and motioned for him to follow. It took a few seconds before Inuyasha realized she was pulling on him, but he slowly moved along with his friends towards the door.
" Inuyasha who was he? " Sango questioned as soon as they closed the door.
" That milady is Lord of the Eastern cat lands, Lord Tashie. " Kante answered for him.
Kagome gasped as soon as she heard the words fall from his mouth. " He is a cat demon? "
Kante looked at her, almost laughing when he said, " You are one yourself aren't you? "
Kagome blushed from embarrassment as she nodded.
" No, lord Tashie isn't a cat demon. He is a cat Hanyou. Son of the famous dear departed Lady of the East. " He continued.
" What happened to her? "
Kante looked saddened as he stopped for a moment. " I don't think I have the right to answer that. I'm sure it will come up in tonight's dinner. " He then pointed his hand towards two doors.
" This one is for the ladies, and this is for the men. " He nodded as he took his leave.
Just before he turned the corner he yelled, " I will send someone up to tell you when supper is ready. "
The group separated as they said their goodbyes.
Girls Point of View:
The girls walked into the room, it was elaborately fashioned with two large beds, bathroom, and balcony. Sango looked at it in disbelief, and Kagome ran to jump on the bed, letting the silky sheets rub against her skin.
" Oh Sango, what it would be like to be a princess! " she cheered as she picked up the biggest pillow, examining its comfort.
Sango walked towards the bathroom, she looked down at the custom made indoor hot springs with excitement before turning around to find Kagome and Miako both curled up together having a nap.
I think I will let them sleep a few minutes before I make them get ready for supper Sango thought as she undressed for a bath.
Boys Point of View:
" What's with you and that Tashie guy? " Miroku asked as he relaxed on his bed.
" Keh, he's just a bastard, I'm sure you will see tonight at supper. " Inuyasha sulked as he starred out the balcony. Inuyasha examined the castle grounds as he saw a bird approach with a note in his hand.
Inuyasha snapped the note and examined it with a fierce growl before throwing it at Miroku.
" This looks fun doesn't it? " Miroku nodded as he read it over.
Dear Inuyasha and Human,
Due to recent events at the castle, and more unexpected guests, I wish to tell you that our dinner plans have been changed. Instead, I will be holding a ball. I'm sorry for any trouble caused, I have already sent a letter to your female companions, and proper attires will be sent up to your rooms in the next few minutes.
Miroku laughed as he read the note over again.
" He's planning something. " Inuyasha growled as he returned to watching the castle grounds.
A sparkle appeared in Miroku's eyes as he thought of something. " Inuyasha, I wonder what Kagome and Sango will be wearing.
" You better not be wondering what Kagome is wearing. " Inuyasha retorted as he went to answer the door.
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Two hours past and everyone was ready for the ball. Inuyasha and Miroku stepped out side there rooms and waited for Kagome and Sango to come out. They stood there, in pure black tuxedo's, hair brushed nicely, and to what the girls would find very comfortable.
Just then they heard the doorknob to the girls rooms rattle. After a few seconds, out popped Miako. She wore a beautiful orange and blue Kimono that resembled Rins, and it seemed that the girls had even put some of Kagomes makeup from her time on the girl.
" Papa! Sango and Kagome will be out in a minute! " The small Kitsune greeted. Five minutes later, Kagome and Sango stepped out, and left the guys breathless. Sango wore a black silk dress that had many folds at the skirt, layered with a pink pattern. The top was a nice V-cut, and she wore matching pink earrings that dangled just below her chin.
Miroku drooled as he examined how much of her skin was showing, and Inuyasha was still drowning in Kagomes appearance.
Kagome walked out wearing a long pink dress that had a large slip up the side. She put on a bit of makeup, not that she needed any, and her hair was pulled back in an elegant knot. The Shikon shards formed a half ball that she dangled on a thread around her neck, and her fathers pearl glimmered in the light beside it.
Kagome blushed as she saw Inuyasha staring at her, and grabbed his hand, leading him towards the ballroom. Miroku extended his hand for Sango, and being lady like accepted it. They hadn't walked two steps before Miroku's hand made its way up Sango's leg towards her butt.
Sango stopped and glared at him. " Miroku, do you want to have a hand print on your face for the ball? " she whispered angrily.
He quickly removed his hand and striated up as he led her towards the ballroom.
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Kagome walked towards the main oak doors, a blushing Inuyasha behind her. She pushed open the doors to find a room the size of a tennis court, full of people. Demons, Hanyous, humans, everyone.
" Wow, " Kagome silently said as she saw heads turn towards her. Everyone started to whisper as she walked through the crowd. She only picked up parts of what they were saying.
" Is that really she? "
" It can't be can it? "
" I think it is. "
" It's been so long. "
" She has finally returned! "
She began to feel uneasy and started to subconsciously squeeze Inuyasha's hand.He gave her a reassuring glance, and almost instantly she began to feel calm.
" Inuyasha? Where did they get our clothes? It's almost like they were from my time. " Kagome asked as she looked him and herself over.
" Demon Seamstress. " He grumbled as he looked towards the crowd.
" Demon Seamstress? " She questioned.
" Apparently there is a demon that never leaves her home, but makes fine clothes for royalty. I don't know much about her, but she is the one who made my fire rat Haori for my father. I'm guessing she made these weird things. " He told as he pointed at his clothes.
" Wow " Kagome said under her breath. " Inuyasha? Do you want to dance? "
" Keh, I wouldn't be caught dead out there. " he grumbled.
Kagome pouted as she watched the dancers in envy.
" Inuyasha! " A loud voice came from behind him. It was lord Tashie. " Oh, and who are you? " he asked as he kissed her hand, sending Inuyasha into a growling frenzy.
Kagome blushed and introduced herself. " I'm Kagome, Hanyou, Miko "
" Ah, I should have guessed. I have heard rumors about you. " He stated as he extended his arm.
" Would you like to dance? Or are you here with Inuyasha? " He smiled as he looked up at him.
Kagome glanced at Inuyasha, as if asking if she could. " Keh. " he answered as he stuck up his nose.
" Sure I would love to. " she replied gracefully as she took his arm. She looked back with guilt as she saw the sad look of betrayal that Inuyasha wore.
The music played, and Kagome placed her hands respectfully in his. " You say that you have heard rumors of me Lord Tashie? "
" Yes, it is said that you are the daughter of Lord Saffron, and heir to the Southern lands. " He said as they danced. " I have also heard that you have very strong spiritual powers. "
Kagome looked up at him. " Why do you and Inuyasha hate each other so much? "
Tashie sighed as he twirled her around him. " When I was a child I was raised in the same village as him. Before his mother died the villagers used to beat on him, because I lived in the same village he always wondered why they never hit me. I am, of course a hanyou, born of the princess demon of the east. My father was a soldier, and I guess when Inuyasha found out why I was chosen to live, he was outraged. "
Kagome gasped as her eyes welled up with sympathy. " Why did they only beat him? "
"They tried to kill him because he was the son of their princess. She was supposed to keep them safe from attacks, but I guess when she fell in love with a demon they felt betrayed. I wasn't harmed because my father was a respected soldier, and if they did, he would most likely kill them." He ended. " He died of old age, and I being Hanyou, have a longer life span. "
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Some where in the shadows
Inuyasha stared intently at Kagome. He was angry that she went with that bastard. Why the fuck did she go with him? He questioned himself as he saw Miroku and Sango approach him.
" Inuyasha, where is Kagome? " Miroku questioned. He could see Inuyasha's worried gaze fall on a couple across the ballroom. " Is that…Kagome? " he said as he squinted his eyes to make sure.
Sango turned her head to look as well and Inuyasha growled as she confirmed it aloud. " Yes, it is, I can't believe it. Why is she dancing with him? " She said.
" Did you upset her? " Miroku asked.
" Keh, I just didn't want to dance. "
Sango still amazed at her friends choice said stupidly " After all the times she told me she liked Inuyasha. " she said in a daze.
" WHAT? " Both males yelled.
" Stupid wench, then why is she dancing with him? " Inuyasha growled as he raced towards her.
" Sango, do you realize what you have just said that aloud? " Miroku asked her.
She got an evil look in her eye. " Of course Miroku I'm not stupid. " she winked as she pulled him towards the dance floor.
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Meanwhile with Kagome
" What happened to your mother? " She asked.
" She was possessed by an evil demon 17 years ago. There was no way to save her, but when she attached a strange Miko, she was somehow absorbed into the Miko's body and was never seen from again. "
Kagome gasped as she thought of her mother. " What, became of the Miko? "
" It is said that she mated with a demon. I find it hard to believe, as it usually ends tragic with the human dieing so early. Usually the demon dies out of mourning for the lost mate. " He continued.
Kagome was so lost in thought she didn't realize Tashie lower his hands to her hips. She breathed in quickly as she realized what he was doing, and slowly backed away.
" Kagome, there are not many royalty as beautiful as you. " he whispered in her ear. Kagome started to feel uncomfortable. " Thank you, but I really need to go find Inuyasha now. " she told him.
" Why would you want to see him? " he questioned as he refused to budge. Just then a clawed hand appeared on Tashie's shoulder.
" She said she needed to see me. " Inuyasha growled as he pushed Tashie behind him, and grabbed Kagome's Hand.
Tashie looks angry with this new arrangement but refused to show it in front of his guests, so he walked away.
Kagome released the breath that she never realized she was holding. The music started up again and Inuyasha grabbed Kagome's hand and together they danced.
" Inuyasha, if you wouldn't have been so stubborn when it came to dancing with me, I wouldn't have had to dance with him. " she told him as she looked into his golden eyes.
" Keh, you could have said no. "
" You answered for me with your stupid pout! " She argued back. " Plus where did you learn how to dance? "
" Keh, none of your dam business. " he countered as he pulled her closer. She didn't mind at all, actually she started to blush at the sudden contact.
" Tashie told me, that humans could never belong with demons because it always ends tragic, " she told him with a sadden expression.
" What does that have to do with you? You're a Hanyou. " He replied.
" But, what if I turn back into a human all of a sudden? My mom did when she had Sota and I. "
Inuyasha stopped dancing. " Do you want to get out of here? " He motioned towards the large balcony that led to a path that encircled the castle.
She nodded as she felt tears well up behind her eyes. Why am I crying? Is it because that there could be a chance that Inuyasha and I were never meant to be?
She followed him outside, unknown to the rest of the party. They began to walk around the maze-like path.
" Kagome, your mom was different, she was never Hanyou to begin with, there is no way you could revert to your previous state. " he told her softly.
They neared a bench that was hidden behind a large patch of roses, and sat down. " Inuyasha, thank you... " she whispered as she leaned on his shoulder.
Inuyasha pulled her chin up to face him. Kagome, I want you so badly. But, I know that I'm not good enough to deserve someone like you. He thought.
Inuyasha leaned in towards her. But do you think, that you could..? He mentally hoped as he neared her. He gently placed his lips on hers and felt an explosion of emotions run through him.
Kagome was full of shock. She pulled away as a single teardrop fell from her eye. Inuyasha wiped it away with his clawed thumb. He slowly leaned away; " Kagome I'm sorry for making you cry. " his voice was sad as he began to stand.
Kagome quickly pulled him back down as more tears began to fall. " Baka Inuyasha, What took you so long? " she questioned as he eyes began to sparkle. She pulled him towards her and returned the kiss with one of her own.
There the two sat, concealed behind the patch of roses, as they shared their first kiss.
There you are folks, it finally happened! After 23 chapters… But WAIT! It's not over yet! So many more chapters to come. Oh How I am falling in love with this story. Oh and I'm sorry that there was a ball… I know its sometimes in other stories, but I really wanted to find an opportunity for Inuyasha and Kagome to be alone so yea…. Abit fluffy but I like it.